I doubt Pilgrims had the weight issues we have today in America. There was no Boston Market or Honey Baked Ham stores. There was no Cracker Barrel or even a Publix supermarket to pile up all those ingredients for your favorite casseroles and pies. As I pondered how Thanksgiving has changed over the years, I wondered what would …
Birthdays and holidays are always hard when you are on a diet. But, if you really think about it, people don’t need a cake. They just want the day to feel special and have a little fun. As an example, Steve’s birthday was yesterday and he’s been dieting so I don’t want people to give him …
“A new study suggests that looking down at a cell phone is the equivalent of placing a 60-pound weight on one’s neck.” – OLGA KHAZAN One of the biggest issues we have these days is neck and shoulder pain due to sitting at a computer too long or being sucked into our phone. One health article I …
Weight Loss Encouragement Do you know what I’m holding up right now? It’s 5 pounds of fat (left) and 5 pounds of muscle (right). Notice the size difference? This is why, after starting a new diet and fitness program, you can look and feel smaller but still weigh the same or have a smaller drop in …
Reality Check Here I am standing in the gap between where I really am and where I want to be. That is the reality. I can post my best photos and my best moments, but those are just highlights in between the average, mundane reality. Sure, I am constantly working on my health, my nutrition, …
People are still always so shocked when I warn people not to relying on running for fat loss. So, I decided I’d share it again. This was my number one blog post of all time so I thought it was time to get it back out there so you can make the most of your workouts. …
I’ve always tried to eat healthy and take care of my body in the gym and the kitchen, but it wasn’t until recently I started being more aware of other ways I can be healthier. One of those things is limited chemicals in my house. For instance, I switched to natural cleaners like Meyer’s Lavender Cleaners, which …
Fear! We ALL have fears. Fear of failure, fear of embarrassment, fear of the unknown, fear of injury, fear of being uncomfortable or unhappy. Fears hold us back so it’s only when we allow ourself to go afraid that we can actually go anywhere at all. “For God has not given us a spirit of …
New Programs for New Success In this blog, you”ll learn about our new workout videos and accountability tool – Diet Bet! Sometimes we just want someone to tell us what to do. We need guidance, accountability and support. This is why workout programs like P90x and other complete workout video systems do well. They are …
